Many people believe that healthy living is boring. Yet, everybody wants to be healthy. Well, let’s be a little more specific. Everybody wants to want to be healthy. Does that make sense? We all wish we had the motivation to exercise or stick to a healthy meal plan, but that kind of lifestyle seems so dull and monotonous. In a hectic world that’s full of so many stressful … [Read more...]

I'm pretty sure that almost everyone has heard of The Healthy Mummy now, it seems like every where I turn there is publicity for the brand and I think it's fantastic.
The Healthy Mummy is a lifestyle change that was designed to help everyday mums lose their baby weight. This isn't a fad diet, it isn't about cutting things out or starving yourself and it is designed … [Read more...]

A well-mannered party guest will always thank you for a lovely evening, but what did they really think? As you watch them walk down the driveway, your heart may begin to sink when you see them whisper to each other, with furtive glances back at your house. Could they be talking about you? Was your party a complete disaster? Will they ever speak to you again? Maybe, or perhaps … [Read more...]

The scales are a fickle mistress let's be honest. They don't always give the answers we want and the numbers can be deceiving. You can work your butt off only to have the numbers go up and up. You can't rely on your scales alone, you need to weigh in conjunction with taking measurements and rely on the fit of your clothes.
Let's talk scales for a minute. I admit that I'm a … [Read more...]

Valentine's Day is upon us and I'm not sure about you but I love receiving heartfelt and handwritten words from my loved one.
The rise of electronic technology saw a fall in the popularity of the handwritten word but it seems the trend is reversing with an increase in fountain pen and ink sales.
Recently a survey revealed that writing a love letter by hand is one of the … [Read more...]

Summer has finally arrived here in the southern hemisphere and with it comes lots of time entertaining. Australians love to spend afternoons and evenings outside with friends and loved ones, soaking up sunshine and fresh air. To make the most of these summer occasions, you need to have a relaxing outdoor space designed for entertaining.
It’s not just about throwing an … [Read more...]

Mosquito season seems to have begun early so I'm sure we are all looking out for that repellent that works, and doesn't smell terrible.
The range of repellents is quite extensive but then you need to take into consideration the fragrances, the chemicals, the range, the safety and the efficiency.
Many of the repellents you buy in the supermarket contain harsh chemicals or … [Read more...]

As the weather cools down we can find it hard to keep our mood and our motivation up, regular fitness and healthy eating sometimes go in the too hard (or too cold) basket. Though I can completely understand this, because it's an issue I struggle with, it's isn't very good for overall health. Inactivity and a diet lacking in important nutrients compromise our immunity and make … [Read more...]

Star signs are something many of us pay little attention to, or we learn a little but don’t put too much stock in. There is also the part of me that wonders where to draw the line. There are birthstones, colours and animals which reflect your time of birth, but have you ever thought about which flower complements your star sign?
The interesting thing to note in relation to … [Read more...]

Tax time fast approaches and I'm not sure about you but I'm already starting a list in my head of all the things I want to do when my tax comes back. There are things that I think about and covet for months in the lead up to tax time, but is that really the best way to make the most of my tax return.
Adam Wadi of Get Qualified Australia would probably not agree that it's the … [Read more...]